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Good to Know - First Class Flights to San Francisco

Low season

January

High season

September

Average price round-trip

$2,134

Good deal round-trip

$376

Good deal one-way

$183
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book first class flights to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? We break down the daily and monthly prices for first class flights to San Francisco, so you can find the best time to fly.
Average price per month
To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all the values for each month.
Flight prices as travel date approaches
To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for first class flights to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.

FAQs for San Francisco first class flights

  • Which airline has the best first class amenities for flights to San Francisco?

    American Airlines offers the best amenities of all first class flights to San Francisco. Their A321Ts aircraft only offer 10 first-class seats, but it’s heaven for passengers. They are private and have aisle access which is rare on domestic flights. They offer Viasat high-speed internet connection, power outlets, an entertainment system, and their flight food is great.

  • Which airline lounge provides the best amenities for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The Delta Sky Club is the place to be if you’re arriving on a first class flight to San Francisco. Compared to other airline lounges, the Delta Sky Club offers a satisfying mix of lounge amenities. For instance, most lounges don’t offer showers, but you will find one in the Delta Sky Club. Other great amenities include alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a business center, Wi-Fi, personalized travel assistance, snacks, and complimentary newspapers.

  • Which airline offers spacious seats for domestic flights to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines have the most spacious non-lie-flat first-class seats compared to other airlines offering domestic flights to San Francisco. If you need the extra room, you will enjoy up to 8 inches more legroom than main cabin seats and a generous recline. Settle in on their custom-designed Recaro leather seats fitted with power outlets, footrests, and up to a 41-inch seat pitch (non-lie-flat seats).

  • How long is a flight to San Francisco?

    Flights from Phoenix2h 05m
    Flights from Seattle2h 13m
    Flights from Dallas3h 43m
    Flights from Washington, D.C.5h 30m
    Flights from Portland1h 45m
  • What is the most popular airline offering First Class flights to San Francisco?

    Among KAYAK users, American Airlines is the most popular airline offering First Class seats on flights to San Francisco.

  • How much is a First Class ticket to San Francisco?

    The price of a First Class flight ticket to San Francisco varies greatly based on its origin. From Los Angeles, the cost generally starts at $140, whereas First Class travelers from New York pay around $983.

  • Which airlines offer First Class tickets on flights to San Francisco?

    Traveling to San Francisco and want to offer yourself a First Class experience? Depending on the origin, the following airlines offer seats in First Class: American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta.

  • How does KAYAK find such good deals on First Class tickets to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to San Francisco for economy class as well as First Class travelers.

  • What is the best airline for first class flights to San Francisco?

    The highest-rated airline by KAYAK users offering first class flights to San Francisco is Alaska Airlines, with an overall rating of 8.0.

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Top tips for finding first class flights to San Francisco

  • A domestic first class flight to San Francisco will arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If you want to check out some of the lounges, American Airlines have their lounge at terminal 2 around boarding area D.
  • The Delta Sky Club is at Terminal 1 around concourse C next to Gate 1, while United Airlines have three lounges in the domestic terminal and one in the international terminal.
  • Flying first class to San Francisco has its benefits which begin when boarding the plane. You’ll have priority when being served, which means faster check-in, security, and baggage handling. Moreover, first-class passengers are invited to board first, so you can settle down and start enjoying the first-class experience.
  • Business travelers visiting San Francisco should consider booking first class flights to San Francisco to stay productive throughout the flight. You’ll find built-in power outlets and Wi-Fi onboard all jets and the space you need to perfect your big presentation.
  • First Class fares are obviously pricier than economy, but if you’re looking for the best deals, First Class flights to San Francisco are cheapest in November. On the other hand, fares are at their most expensive during May.
  • To get a below average price, try to book at least 1 week in advance of your departure date.
  • The most expensive day to fly First Class to San Francisco is Monday, while the cheapest is Thursday.
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Top 5 airlines flying to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to San Francisco. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly first class to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
SouthwestOverall score based on 5956 reviews
7.3Food
7.8Entertainment
8.1Comfort
8.3Boarding
8.7Crew
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Our flight to Oakland was great bc the plane was new but it was delayed by 15min not bad at all. Over all it was an 8/10

8.0 ExcellentLarry, May 2024OAK - ONT
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Our flight to Oakland was great bc the plane was new but it was delayed by 15min not bad at all. Over all it was an 8/10

Best domestic airline in the USA. Excellent fares and two bags included with every fare (only carrier to do so).

The crew was fabulous, outstanding, friendly, attentive and just great, really made my flight one of the best I've ever had, thank you southwest crew flight #474, from Los Angeles to San Francisco on April 2,2024

Luggage was intact and arrived at the destination. What more could you ask for.. haha. The delay in arrival wasn’t SW fault.. just selfish passengers not wanting to check their luggage knowing they were in the last boarding groups

Friendly and efficient service. On time departure and earlier arrival.

No problems with the flight, my issue is with the terminal at SAN airport. I’ve never seen a dirtier, worse equipped terminal. No power plugs worked, but you could of course buy a fuel rod battery from the kiosk (seemingly the only thing that worked).

Flight was on time. Friendly staff and flight was smooth. We Love Southwest.

Two hour delay including one of them on the tarmac second year in a row we’ve had a bad experience. Sad that Southwest is no longer a bargain and has failed to keep up the customer service they were once so famous for.

Wifi wasn't working well on the flight. Couldn't access entertainment options

I liked receiving attention from aged and well experienced flight attendants. I disliked the non-gluten-free snack but I brought my own so I was OK.

The only thing that would make the experience better is a little more leg room and the overhead bins are very low. I hit my head when I was settling into the middle seat and was nervous about poking my eye on the corner of a lowered bin when I was deplaning.

It helps manage expectations to know that this is a discount airline. I brought my own snacks so that I wouldn't have to buy something if I got hungry or thirsty for soda during the flight. One of my seat mates was unaware that he would have to pay $4 for a Coke and was a bit upset. He hadn't listened to the flight attendant say "Drinks for purchase?". All of the employees I interacted with were friendly and professional. My one complaint is that the overhead bins are very low when they are open. I was heading for the middle seat and unexpectedly hit the top of my head on the bottom of the open overhead bin. The headrests were also a little uncomfortable. But overall, for the price, it was a decent value, and I would fly Breeze again.

Flight was on time. The crew was efficient and kind.

Did not like the fact that I was charged to take on a bag I usually put in the overhead

My flight was delayed, not by much.?very good communication during fest and waiting to board.

Communication with airline electronically was difficult. No number seemed available to talk to customer service.

What could have been better is if Discover credit card would be able to purchase food

Crew was inconsistent in instructions in advising passengers about seat backs during take off. Perfunctory announcements except from cabin.

The experience with Breeze was really great. The app makes managing flights easy. You can check in on there 24 hours in advance, and your boarding pass is there, too. The flight crew and the staff at both our airports were wonderful. Snacks and drinks were reasonably priced. The seats were very comfortable, they even had adjustable headrests on every seat. The only downside is not having entertainment or Wi-Fi available onboard.

The price is amazing. I was worried about how the flight would be as I never flew then. Seats were very comfortable. We had lots of legroom. The Akron airport was really nice. Overall it didn't have the stress we usually experience with flying. Highly recommend

The flight was about an hour late, and there was notable turbulence for a good part of it. But of course, that was not Alaska Air’s fault, and I think the crew did a good job of keeping it safe. Service suffered a little as a result (I wish I had been offered the option of purchasing food). Overall, it was ok, because we landed safe and sound. Thanks!

Sat on tarmac for 30 minutes despite staring at three empty gates, one of which we eventually pulled into

Flight was changed twice. Original flight was scheduled at 5:30pm. Weeks before flight, flight was changed to 7:00pm. On the date of flight, flight was delayed and departed at 9:00pm. This caused many problems and significantly affected our schedule at our destination.

They canceled my flight going back to SF after I was at the airport. Wanted me to take a flight 14 hours later. Not a happy camper.

I didn’t like not knowing my seat till I got to the airport - and my boarding group was F (last).

Clean plane, relatively spacious in Main Cabin. One experience: I'm 79, with torn rotator cuff (R shoulder). I asked for help getting my carryon into the overhead bin and was told that the staff "does not help with this" (or some such phrase. On previous flights, help has been offered (and accepted). I prevailed on a fellow passenger for this. Also, why not board back to front?? Would this not help in the speed of boarding?

Flight cancelled an hour before takeoff due to "unscheduled maintenance". New flight makes me have to wait for 5 hours in the airport, at a gate totally on the other side of where I'm at, requiring me to take a tram to get from the N terminal, to the C terminal. After waiting for 5 hours I'm informed my new flight is no longer at the gate I'm at, but instead is back in the N terminal where I was previously.

No tv, movies for a 6 hour flight! Worst airline I have ever travelled!

Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

My baggage was in another flight, anit was delayed for one hour.

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Your crew could maybe answer the call bell at least one of the times I pressed it. I pressed it first time with 2.5 hours left in our flight bc my partner was hungry and wanted a sandwich. We finally got the sandwich with 40 mins left in the flight.

The Flight crew didn’t serve us until about 1.5 hours into the flight because of turbulence but after it ended it was fine to move around. They served us water only and snacks and then NEVER, NOT ONE TIME came through to collect trash until right before landing about 1.5 hours later. There was absolutely no need for that. They crew was just standing around talking and visiting with each other and really never tried to see if we might want something besides water or even try to come pick up trash. This is VERY unusual for a Delta flight but it was not what I would have expected for a 4 hour flight.

The plane from SNA wouldn’t start after 5 tries. The team gave me an option of flying direct from LAX and giving me a Lyft ride there! Perfect!

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive. I also upgraded to comfort + , I didn’t feel it was worth it. There was no benefit

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Everything was great except for the seat. The backrest would not stay in the upright position.

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

Overall fine but both ways for this trip was delayed.

I had back trouble prior to my flight and everyone was great about helping me.

My tv was broken on the flight which is disappointing when you pay for a seat and expect a service

Always delays from Boston to Salt lake but this time was very long. Don’t understand while they board the passengers and then make them sit in the plane

Service for food to our seat was a bit slow. Snack choices were just pretzels or baked chips. My seat cushion was not attached. Other than Barbie, video choice were not very good or current.

After we landed, we were held on the plane for 30 minutes. There was no one at the gate once we landed and we forced to sit on a plan that had already over an hour delayed.

almost 4 hour delay as they over booked and had to wait for 8-10 volunteers to agree to travel next day.

Old plane. No outlets for laptop or phone. Seats worn out. Area around seat dirty.

I loved the flight and the crew. It was comfortable and smooth.

The crew was openly hostile and condescending to the customers. They spent the majority of that time in the rear talking and seemed really agitated when people asked questions. I heard five different people told that the information they requested was in the handout or safety brief.

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Recent round-trip first class deals

 
We’ve provided our cheapest round-trip first class flights to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
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Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way first class flights to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
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nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 25mONT-SFO
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$255
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8/28Wed
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$306
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6/4Tue
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Flights to San Francisco

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